Association with Liverpool FC, the current titleholder of the UEFA Champions League, aimed at accelerati g MG’s brand awareness across global markets and in India.
15 Jul 2019 | 11511 Views | By Autocar Pro News Desk
MG Motor has signed a partnership with Liverpool FC, becoming the historic football club’s official global car partner. The existing long-term regional relationship now has been extended to incorporate global markets.
The contract signing ceremony took place today at the Mecca of football, the Anfield Stadium, Liverpool, UK. The association with ...
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MG Motor has signed a partnership with Liverpool FC, becoming the historic football club’s official global car partner. The existing long-term regional relationship now has been extended to incorporate global markets.
The contract signing ceremony took place today at the Mecca of football, the Anfield Stadium, Liverpool, UK. The association with Liverpool FC, the current titleholder of the UEFA Champions League, will accelerate MG’s brand awareness across global markets such as Europe, Asia, Middle East, Australia, South America, North Africa and more.
For MG and Liverpool fans in India, the partnership will enable VIP access to watch the Liverpool FC team training, autographed merchandise, match viewing experiences, and much more. And, as the carmaker says, "they will also have the opportunity to watch football games of their favorite club – live in the UK."
Commenting on the association, Rajeev Chaba, president and MD, MG Motor India, said, “MG is proud to become the official global car partner for Liverpool FC, one of the world’s most celebrated and historic football clubs, as part of its commitment to expand its brand awareness worldwide including the Indian market. As a testament to this partnership, we aim to bring exciting experiences and create delightful associations with the Indian football community and fans. MG’s brand heritage truly resonates with the club’s rich history. We perfectly complement each other in terms of our ethos, brand legacy and the pursuit of speed.”
Billy Hogan, MD and Chief Commercial Officer, Liverpool Football Club, said: “MG, an iconic car brand with a rich sporting heritage, has been a valued partner of the club for several years. We’re incredibly pleased to not only be renewing this relationship, but also be expanding it on a global scale. As partners, we have brought some incredible opportunities to our fans and chances for them to get closer to the action. I’m looking forward to seeing what else we can achieve now that our focus becomes global.”
With the launch of the MG EZS pure electric SUV slated for global markets including UK, Australia, Thailand and India later this year, the partnership will be leveraged at a global scale. MG has recently created its first limited-edition LFC-branded car and is now looking to introduce the special version in India.